Which details can be considered primary support for the main primary suppor for the main idea statement.

Licorice is used in tobacco products because it has specific characteristics that cannot be found in any other ingredients.
a. Mcdams and Co is the largest importer and processor of licorice root.
b.Licorice blends with tobacco and provides added mildness.
c.Licorice provides a unique flavor and sweetens many types of tobacco
d.The extract of licorice is present in relatively small amounts in most type of pip tobacco
e.Licorice helps tobacco retain the correct amount of moisture during storage.

I PUT B,C,D

The primary support for the main idea statement that "Licorice is used in tobacco products because it has specific characteristics that cannot be found in any other ingredients" could be a combination of the given options b, c, and d.

b. "Licorice blends with tobacco and provides added mildness" supports the main idea statement by indicating that licorice has a specific characteristic of enhancing the flavor profile of tobacco, leading to a milder taste.

c. "Licorice provides a unique flavor and sweetens many types of tobacco" further highlights the characteristic of licorice by emphasizing its ability to add a distinct flavor and sweetness to different types of tobacco.

d. "The extract of licorice is present in relatively small amounts in most types of pip tobacco" provides additional evidence for the main idea statement. It suggests that the unique characteristics of licorice are valuable enough to be included in tobacco products, even in small amounts.

Considering these options as the primary support for the main idea statement provides a comprehensive explanation of why licorice is used in tobacco products due to its specific characteristics that cannot be found in any other ingredients.